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They are probably not fully water proof but... I left mine in my jean pocket. The Jeans went into a long cycle wash (3 hours).

I first knew the airpods were there when went to empty the washing machine, and found the pods in the rubber ring round the door - I was horrified

However, being a bit cold this time of year, I placed the airpods on a radiator for a day, then left them out in a room for another 2 days before attempting to place them in the charger - they only work. And now they are clean!!!!